AD/B737/290 - P5 Panel (Cth)

AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVE For the reasons set out in the background section, the CASA delegate whose signature appears below issues the following Airworthiness Directive (AD) under subregulation 39.001(1) of CASR 1998. The AD requires that the action set out in the requirement section (being action that the delegate considers necessary to correct the unsafe condition) be taken in relation to the aircraft or aeronautical product mentioned in the applicability section: (a) in the circumstances mentioned in the requirement section; and (b) in accordance with the instructions set out in the requirement section; and (c) at the time mentioned in the compliance section.

Boeing 737 Series Aeroplanes AD/B737/290 P5 Panel 8/2006

Applicability: Model 737-600, -700, -700C, -800 and -900 series aeroplanes, certificated in any category; as identified in Boeing Service Bulletin (SB) 737-24A1141, Revision 2, dated 1 December 2005. Requirement: 1. Accomplish the following actions in accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of SB 737-24A1141, Revision 2: a. Replace the five brackets that hold the P5 panel to the aeroplane structure with new brackets; b. Do a general visual inspection for wire length and damage of the connectors and the wire bundles; c. Make wiring changes; d. Replace the standby compass bracket assembly with a new assembly; and e. Replace the stud assemblies with new assemblies. Note 1: For the purposes of this Directive, a general visual inspection is: "A visual examination of an interior or exterior area, installation, or assembly to detect obvious damage, failure, or irregularity. This level of inspection is made from within touching distance unless otherwise specified. A mirror may be necessary to ensure visual access to all surfaces in the inspection area. This level of inspection is made under normally available lighting conditions such as daylight, hangar lighting, flashlight, or droplight and may require removal or opening of access panels or doors. Stands, ladders, or platforms may be required to gain proximity to the area being checked." 2. Carry out any applicable corrective actions of deficiencies detected during the Requirement 1.b. inspection in accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of SB 737-24A1141, Revision 2.